How Long to Read On the Origin of the Clichés and Evolution of Idioms

How Long Does it Take to Read On the Origin of the Clichés and Evolution of Idioms?

It takes the average reader 6 hours and 19 minutes to read On the Origin of the Clichés and Evolution of Idioms by Stanley J. St Clair

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

This fascinating work unveils the origins and meanings of almost 400 common English cliches, idioms, axioms, proverbs, similes, and curious words and catch-phrases, salted with a hint of humor. It is a myth-buster on the origins of a number of them. If you think you know the full scoop on "Your name is mud," and the international distress signal, "SOS," you are likely wrong. What about "People who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones?" and "Caught red handed?" Did "Cleanliness is next to godliness" come from the Bible? The book is illustrated and lists hundreds of references from books, plays, films, songs, poems, and even currency, letters and court records. Delve into this unique tome which is better by 'a country mile' than many others of its type.

How long is On the Origin of the Clichés and Evolution of Idioms?

On the Origin of the Clichés and Evolution of Idioms by Stanley J. St Clair is 374 pages long, and a total of 94,996 words.

This makes it 126% the length of the average book. It also has 116% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read On the Origin of the Clichés and Evolution of Idioms Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 8 hours and 39 minutes to read On the Origin of the Clichés and Evolution of Idioms aloud.

What Reading Level is On the Origin of the Clichés and Evolution of Idioms?

On the Origin of the Clichés and Evolution of Idioms is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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